Highlights
- Freshly rebuilt TR6C Competition model with comprehensive documentation
- Matching numbers bike
- Desirable US spec
- Same model made by Steve McQueen and Bud Ekins in 'The Great Escape'
- Custom project built with NOS or renovated original parts
- Full engine teardown and rebuild completed in early 2025
- Modern upgrades while maintaining factory-correct frame and engine
The Appeal
A dream motorcycle for many, us included, the Triumph TR6C was designed to dominate both on and off the beaten track. The latter was especially important if Triumph's new model was to appeal to the American market, as off-road motorcycle racing was all the rage during this period. Just watch the 1971 film 'On Any Sunday', and you'll see what we're talking about. The TR6 was favoured by none other than the 'King of Cool' Steve McQueen. He and stunt rider/bike dealer Bud Ekins would use nothing else for the chase scenes in WW2 motion picture 'The Great Escape'
This 1969 Competition example is simply stunning. Just look at it.
This is a freshly restored bike, tastefully customised to the vendor's specifications.
The vendor says:
"The bike, including the engine, has been completely rebuilt and repainted. All parts have either been sourced from our own NOS or been renovated as new. Full engine tear-down again using genuine parts when available and using companies that only use factory tooling, like many other bike builders. The crank has been balanced to Triumph spec, the notorious sludge trap has been replaced, and all the bearings have been replaced. Running 9/1 pistons + 20 re-bore, completely rebuilt head including all new parts.
"I would summarise the bike as the right side of loud, it genuinely makes you smile as you ride the machine. It is only my take on what I think looks correct, and although it has a custom look and modern components, underneath the bike frame and engine are factory correct and a genuine bike."
This 1969 Competition example is simply stunning. Just look at it.
This is a freshly restored bike, tastefully customised to the vendor's specifications.
The vendor says:
"The bike, including the engine, has been completely rebuilt and repainted. All parts have either been sourced from our own NOS or been renovated as new. Full engine tear-down again using genuine parts when available and using companies that only use factory tooling, like many other bike builders. The crank has been balanced to Triumph spec, the notorious sludge trap has been replaced, and all the bearings have been replaced. Running 9/1 pistons + 20 re-bore, completely rebuilt head including all new parts.
"I would summarise the bike as the right side of loud, it genuinely makes you smile as you ride the machine. It is only my take on what I think looks correct, and although it has a custom look and modern components, underneath the bike frame and engine are factory correct and a genuine bike."
History and Paperwork
- TR6C (Competition) model with folding foot pegs and frame guard
- Manufactured in 1969 and exported to the USA
- Imported and UK registered in 2018
- Owned by vendor since November 2023
- Matching numbers bike
- Custom project built to owner's personal specifications
- Complete rebuild including engine at the beginning of 2025
- All parts either from NOS (New Old Stock) or renovated originals
- Exempt from MOT and road tax
The Condition
- Custom painted tank to owner's colour and design
- Fine powder coating in black
- Seat customised and refinished in genuine black leather
- Tank has PPF protection film applied
- Rebuilt British Chrome wheels with stainless single butted spokes
- Continental TKC 80s tyres
- Small front High/Low beam headlight
- Full LED lighting system with Kellerman rear and Motogadget front lights and indicators
- Front brake light switch gear installed
- Custom look with modern components while maintaining factory correct frame and engine
The Mechanics
- 650cc four-stroke parallel twin
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Uprated competition brake pads by Villiers
- Hagon gas rear shocks
- New progressive front springs
- Oil-filled PVL coils
- Electronic ignition system by Pazon
- Podtronics regulator
- Running a more modern negative earth electrical system
- Custom wiring harness with flame-proof wrapping and four fuses
- The vendor informs us that the engine runs very well
- Starts with the new Amal carburettor
- Genuine Gunnar Gasser Throttle with quicker action than the original
- Full engine teardown using genuine parts when available
- Crank balanced to Triumph specifications
- Notorious sludge trap replaced
- All bearings replaced
- Running 9:1 pistons with +20 rebore
- Completely rebuilt head with all new parts
- Improved ride, handling, and braking reportedly make it suitable for daily use
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